FAMILY STROMATEIDAE Meaning and
Definition
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Family Stromateidae is a taxonomic family of marine fish commonly known as butterfishes. They belong to the order Perciformes and are distributed worldwide in warm and temperate waters. They are characterized by their elongated and laterally compressed bodies, which are typically silver or olive in color, often with dark markings.
Butterfishes have small scales, and their dorsal and anal fins are long, extending almost the entire length of their bodies. They have deeply forked tails and soft rays in their fins. These fish can grow to various sizes, with adults ranging from 20 cm to 60 cm in length.
Members of the family Stromateidae are known for their smooth and buttery flesh, which is highly valued for its delicate flavor and texture. They are popular targets for commercial and recreational fishing due to their culinary desirability. Despite their name, they are not related to true butterfishes (genus Peprilus).
Butterfishes are typically schooling fish, inhabiting both shallow coastal waters and deeper offshore regions near the ocean floor. They are carnivorous, feeding on a variety of small marine invertebrates and fish. Some species are known to be predators of jellyfish.
While butterfishes are considered generally harmless to humans, some species have been known to cause ciguatera poisoning if consumed in certain regions. However, with proper handling and cooking, they are widely enjoyed in cuisines around the world.
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Etymology of FAMILY STROMATEIDAE
The word "Stromateidae" is derived from the Greek word "stroma", meaning mattress or bed, and the Latin suffix "-idae", denoting a family or group. The term "Stromateidae" refers to a family of marine fish known as the butterfish family, due to their oily texture and flavor. The name likely alludes to the coordinated swimming behavior often observed in these fish, forming tight schools resembling a mattress or bed of fish.
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